Persian Isfahan Pictorial Rug 3x5 – Kork Wool on Silk
About This Isfahan Pictorial Carpet This Persian Isfahan pictorial rug is a remarkable woven tribute to Persian history, depicting Shah Abbas II (1633–1666) in a royal court setting at Chehel Sotoun, one of Isfahan’s most renowned palaces. Woven with luxurious kork wool on a silk foundation, this 3x5 masterpiece blends intricate craftsmanship, historical storytelling, and Persian artistry into a single, collectible piece. At the center of the scene, Shah Abbas II, dressed in ornate red robes and a golden turban, receives his courtiers and foreign envoys in an elegant display of Safavid diplomacy and culture. His attendants, adorned in traditional 17th-century Persian garments, present offerings and engage in a ceremonial moment of hospitality and governance. Behind them, the Chehel Sotoun pavilion, with its grand columns, reflecting pool, and intricate Persian tilework, provides a striking backdrop. The rug’s rich blues, warm golds, and lush greens mirror the beauty of the Persian ga